slant started as an idea in my head for an mtv live karaoke show between blocks of entertainment where a group of brothers and musicians would pull from a live audience to perform popular hits from the past and present.
I wanted to make a sushi bar dedicated to karaoke and sake. hence the menu reads the motto...
Sake, Singing, & Sushi!
I wanted to create a fun and artistic atmosphere where groups of people could enjoy one another's company while drinking and eating food. And anyone who liked to sing along could do so as they please.
The idea of using a derogatory pigeonhole as the name for a traditional Japanese liquor seemed a bit brash but the American advertising front was well acquainted to
